Rhombophyllum Dolabriforme "Elkhorn Plant" 12cmPot

Botanical Name: Rhombophyllum dolabriforme
Common Names: Elkhorn Plant

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📌 Product Description

Rhombophyllum dolabriforme is a compact, sculptural mesemb native to the arid regions of South Africa. It is distinguished by its thick, wedge-shaped leaves arranged in opposite pairs, forming tight clumps that resemble miniature elk horns.

The grey-green foliage has a firm, angular structure, giving it a bold architectural look. During late winter to spring, the plant produces bright yellow daisy-like flowers that open in sunshine, creating a striking contrast against the muted foliage.

This is a true water-wise collector’s plant, ideal for Karoo-style and xeriscape gardens.

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📏 Size When Fully Grown

Height: 10 – 20 cm
Spread: 20 – 40 cm
Growth Habit: Low-growing, clump-forming
Growth Rate: Moderate

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🌱 Best Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun to very bright light
Soil: Extremely well-draining sandy or gritty succulent mix
Water:

• Water sparingly
• Allow soil to dry out completely between watering
• Reduce watering significantly in mid-summer dormancy
• Avoid overwatering

Temperature: Prefers dry, warm climates
Frost: Light frost tolerant but protect from severe frost

Fertiliser: Minimal feeding required

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🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

Best Planting Time: Autumn to early spring
Active Growing Season: Autumn, winter, and early spring (winter-growing mesemb)
Flowering Season: Late winter to spring
Climate Suitability: Excellent for Western Cape and winter-rainfall areas; adaptable in containers nationwide
Dormancy: Semi-dormant during hot summer months

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🌼 Additional Benefits

✔ Indigenous South African species
✔ Extremely drought tolerant
✔ Sculptural, collector’s succulent
✔ Bright seasonal yellow flowers
✔ Ideal for xeriscaping

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🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Rock gardens
✔ Succulent bowls
✔ Karoo-style landscapes
✔ Water-wise gardens
✔ Collector mesemb displays
✔ Patio containers